Hartberg has signed Klaus Schopp as their new coach. After three years, Schopp returns to the Bundesliga club to support the team in the current season. The 51-year-old previously had a successful stint at Hartberg, which ended with the team reaching the upper third of the table. Schopp takes over during a critical phase where Hartberg urgently needs points to escape the relegation zone. The decision to bring Schopp back was deemed necessary by the club's management to inject fresh ideas and new energy into the squad. Schopp will make his debut on the sidelines next weekend when Hartberg faces a direct competitor.